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Ecuador in 9 days - Galapagos Discovery - Charm

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Touch down in Quito, the oldest capital in South America, to discover its historic old town and Inca heritage. Next explore the abundant Galapagos Islands, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy the spectacular biodiversity of the island of Santa Cruz. Relax on the paradise beaches and look out for rare blue-footed boobies and Galapagos tortoises.
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Galapagos Islands
    • Guayaquil
    • Quito

What's this trip about?

    Touch down in Quito, the oldest capital in South America, to discover its historic old town and Inca heritage. Next explore the abundant Galapagos Islands, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy the spectacular biodiversity of the island of Santa Cruz. Relax on the paradise beaches and look out for rare blue-footed boobies and Galapagos tortoises.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - max of 9 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal transport included (including local flights)
Start CityQuito
End CityQuito

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • 50 Plus
  • Local Immersion & Homestays
  • National Parks

Destinations

Attractions

  • Galapagos
  • Guayaquil
  • Quilotoa
  • Quito
  • Santa Cruz

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic Sightseeing
  • History
  • Homestays & Cultural Immersion
  • Nature
  • Ruins & Archaeology

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 9

Trip includes

    • Departures from main US airports.
    • International flights: US - Quito and Guayaquil - US.
    • Domestic flights: Quito - Galapagos and Galapagos - Guayaquil. *
    • 8 nights accommodation in Charm and Superior category hotels.
    • 8 Breakfasts.
    • Transfers.
    • Visits and entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary with an English-speaking guide.
    • All air taxes and fuel surcharge.

Itinerary

Day 1: US - Quito

Arrive at your US departure airport, ready for a flight Quito. Arrive in Quito, the capital of Ecuador and a city famed for its high vantage point in the Andean mountains, and its ancient Incan significance. Transfer to your hotel and spend the rest of the day at your leisure, exploring the relaxed culture of the Ecuadorian Sierra. Overnight stay in Quito.

Day 2: Quito

Breakfast at the hotel. Today, meet a local guide who will take you on a fascinating guided tour of some most emblematic sights of Quito. Explore the Historic Center, declared a World Heritage Site for its great beauty, and also discover the city's traditional market ...

Day 3: Quito

Breakfast at the hotel. Spend the day in Quito at your leisure, exploring the city or simply taking some time to enjoy the beautiful climate and natural environment. We recommend enjoying our excursions to Quilotoa.* Overnight stay in Quito. * Optional Quilotoa Excurs...

Day 4: Quito - Galapagos (Santa Cruz)

Breakfast at the hotel. Depart to the airport this morning for a flight to the Galapagos Islands, a true wonder of nature known for its immense biodiversity! From Baltra, transfer to the island of Santa Cruz by crossing the Itabaca channel on a ferry. On the way to th...

Day 5: Galapagos (Santa Cruz)

Breakfast at the hotel. Spend the day at your leisure, enjoying the beautiful beaches or the wonderful wildlife. Overnight stay in Santa Cruz.

Day 6: Galapagos (Santa Cruz)

After breakfast at the hotel, the day is free for you to explore the Galapagos at your own. We recommend visiting the Charles Darwin Centre to learn more about the significance of the Galapagos Islands. Overnight stay in Overnight stay in Santa Cruz.

Day 7: Santa Cruz - Guayaquil

Breakfast at the hotel. Head back to the mainland, with a flight from Baltra. Arrive in Guayaquil, and transfer to your hotel in the city center. Guayaquil is the largest city in Ecuador and is located on the coast. Later, enjoy a 2-hour walking tour, visiting the Malecon and Las Peñas neighborhood. Overnight stay in Guayaquil.

Day 8: Guayaquil

Breakfast at the hotel. The day is at your leisure to do some last-minute souvenir shopping, relax in the arty neighbourhood of Santa Ana Hill. Overnight stay in Guayaquil.

Day 9: Guayaquil - Night on board

Breakfast at the hotel. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport for a flight back to the US. Night on board. Please note: Depending on the flight departure time you may arrive back in the US today.

Day 10: US

Arrive in the US and end your trip.

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Price per day$211
Last Updated: 3/31/2025

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Accommodation

8 nights accommodation in Charm and Superior category hotels.

Transportation & Flights

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Transportation & flights

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8 Breakfasts.
Age Requirements
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